The Kern High School District (KHSD) is headquartered in Bakersfield, California and serves the county of Kern located at the southern end of the San Joaquin Valley. The Kern High School District is California's largest 9-12 high school district with more than 35,000 students and 3,500 employees. Founded in 1893, the KHSD currently includes: 18 Comprehensive campuses 5 Alternative Education campuses 4 Special Education centers 3 Career Technical Education sites 1 Adult Education Center 1 Charter School